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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bath to Newcastle
Cheapest price
£151
Average price
£152
Fastest journey
5 h 6 m
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bath to Newcastle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bath to Newcastle will cost around £152 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £151.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bath for Newcastle every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 403 km distance in an average of 5 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 6 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bath to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bath to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £107.
Distance: 403 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£157 Average Price | £25 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 54m Average total duration 10h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bath to Newcastle train times
The table below shows live departures for Bath to Newcastle trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:13 Bath | 5h27 | 12:40 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:50 Bath | 5h42 | 13:32 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:13 Bath | 5h29 | 13:42 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| 04:43 Bath | 5h06 | 09:49 Newcastle | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bath to Newcastle
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Trains from Bath to Newcastle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £107 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:30, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 403 km distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 403 km |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £107 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 02:30 |
Last train 19:43 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, first_great_western from Bath to Newcastle trainsCrossCountry, LNER, first_great_western trains will get you between Bath and Newcastle from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Bath to Newcastle
Bath is around 310 miles from Newcastle. By train, this journey takes between five and six hours. Trains travel between Bath Spa station and Newcastle Central station. There are between 30 and 40 trains available each day, all of which require at least one change in another city, bar one service Monday to Friday. These routes have usually have a waiting time of around 45 minutes in London, Reading or Bristol.
Which train companies travel from Bath to Newcastle?
Trains on this route are operated by Cross Country, Grand Central Trains and London North Eastern Railway (LNER). All of these companies offer indirect routes with only slight variations in journey time. Only Cross Country offer a single direct train during the week, with a journey time of 5 hours 20 minutes, leaving very early in the morning.
How long is the train from Bath to Newcastle?
The journey from Bath to Newcastle takes between five and six hours on most routes. Passengers must change trains in another city, such as London, Bristol or Reading. The waiting time is usually under an hour in the connecting station.
How many trains are there from Bath to Newcastle?
There are usually between 30 and 40 trains from Bath to Newcastle every day. Almost all of these trains take indirect routes which require at least one change. Departure times are spread throughout the day, from early morning to late evening. The frequency of departure increases during peak times, with at least two trains per hour.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Bath to Newcastle?
Departure train station: The departure station for trains to Newcastle is Bath Spa station on Dorchester Street. The station is less than half a mile from the city centre. Taxis and local buses are available from outside the station to other destinations in the area. The station has step-free access, Wi-Fi and toilets.
Arrival train station: All trains arrive at Central Station in Newcastle. The station is around a mile from the city centre. There is a Metro station on-site for onward journeys around Newcastle and the surrounding areas. Taxis and local buses are also available from right outside of the station. Facilities inside the train station include restaurants, coffee shops and waiting areas.
FAQs: Bath to Newcastle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bath to Newcastle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bath and Newcastle
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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